Breda

City in Netherlands

Breda
Photo: M.Minderhoud, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Breda is a city in the Netherlands with a population of about 188,000 as of 2024. Located 87 kilometers from Amsterdam, the city is home to historic landmarks including the Grote Kerk and Breda Castle.

What to see

The city features two primary historic sites. Visitors can view the Grote Kerk, a prominent church structure, and Breda Castle, which serves as a notable landmark in the city center.

When to go

The weather in Breda is mildest during the summer months. From June through August, daily highs reach between 20 °C and 22 °C, with lows around 12 °C to 14 °C. Rain occurs on about 12 to 13 days each month during this period. The spring months of April and May offer cooler temperatures, with highs ranging from 14 °C to 18 °C. Autumn and winter are cooler and wetter, with temperatures dropping to highs of 6 °C in January, February, and December. During these winter months, rain falls on about 13 to 15 days per month.

Getting there

The closest airport is Eindhoven Airport, located 44 kilometers away.

Top sights in Breda

  1. Grote KerkGrote Kerk
  2. Breda CastleBreda Castle

Weather by month

The warmest month is July, with an average high of 22 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high, °C671014182022221914106
Average low, °C1135912141412852
Rainfall, mm766270496472837579848484
Rainy days151313111312131312131515

Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Breda (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.

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